What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Welfare Supervisor Foster Care position at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois?
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.
LSSI is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Supervisor, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Responsible for the planning, directing and coordination of activities of assigned CCS Programs. May include one or more program sites generally involving multiple service lines. Supervises a unit of Child Welfare Specialists and/or Child Welfare Assistants providing child welfare services which could include foster care, adoption services, intact family services, and/or counseling services.
Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:
In addition to a real passion for working with at-risk children and families, this opportunity requires:
LSSI is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Supervisor, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Responsible for the planning, directing and coordination of activities of assigned CCS Programs. May include one or more program sites generally involving multiple service lines. Supervises a unit of Child Welfare Specialists and/or Child Welfare Assistants providing child welfare services which could include foster care, adoption services, intact family services, and/or counseling services.
Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:
- On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
- Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
- Salary $70,000-$80,000/Annually.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
- The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
- The opportunity to become a part of a fantastic team of Child Welfare professionals!
- Provide individualized training and feedback to assigned staff to enhance their capabilities.
- Responsible for the review and evaluation of assigned staff.
- Ensure the productivity requirements established by the Program Director or designee are met.
- Provide direct supervision and support to assigned staff to provide an array of services per service plan and policies of the agency, accreditation and regulatory bodies.
- Compile, complete and submit all required data, billings, reports and documentation accurately and in a timely manner as required by agency and funding sources.
- Communicates with the Program Director, work group and collateral agencies regarding children's and/or family status.
- Collaborate with other management staff in programs and network on programmatic, fiscal, organization and community issues.
In addition to a real passion for working with at-risk children and families, this opportunity requires:
- Master's Degree in social work or other related human services field required.
- 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in social services required.
- Valid and active CWEL License.
- Supervisory experience and experience with Child Welfare preferred.
- Ability to respond to client emergencies on a 24-hour basis, attend court, ACRs, staffing, and other related matters.
- Record of compliance with the law and clearance on the Illinois CANTS.
- Ability to respond to client emergencies on a 24-hour basis, attend court, ACRs, staffing, and other related matters.
- Record of compliance with the law and clearance on the Illinois CANTS.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent organizational, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other related software.
- Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.
- Valid driver's license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
- Access to reliable transportation required.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
